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Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern

Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern
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Slow & Steady

A 10-12 hour projectโ€”great for savoring the process over several sessions.

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About This Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern

This comprehensive whale pattern takes you through creating a magnificent ocean dweller from head to tail. The unique construction begins with an integrated head and body worked in continuous spiraling rounds, incorporating strategic increases to achieve the whale's distinctive shape. Wire armature is skillfully inserted into the fins for realistic positioning, while the separately crafted lower jaw, tail flukes, and white belly patch add authentic marine detail to your finished piece.

Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern features detailed photo guidance throughout the construction process, making complex techniques like invisible color changes and wire insertion manageable. Special attention is given to shaping the whale's characteristic features including the blowholes and facial embroidery.

Why You'll Love This Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern challenges you to work with wire armature, creating fins that can actually be posed in different positionsโ€”it makes the whale feel so alive! The combination of structural techniques like the integrated head-body construction and decorative elements like the embroidered details really showcases advanced crochet skills. I'm particularly fond of how the pattern guides you through creating that beautiful white belly patch that makes the whale look so authentic. The step-by-step photo instructions give you confidence even when tackling the trickier parts like attaching the lower jaw or finishing the tail flukes. This isn't just a patternโ€”it's a masterclass in sculptural amigurumi that results in a truly impressive display piece.

Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this whale pattern can be with just a few creative modifications! You could easily transform this into a different whale species by changing the color schemeโ€”imagine a gorgeous gray and white humpback whale, or an all-white beluga with added texture stitches. I've experimented with adding small felt details like barnacles or using embroidery floss to create distinctive markings that make each whale unique.

For a more whimsical approach, I sometimes work the pattern in rainbow colors or add safety eyes in different sizes to create baby whales alongside adult ones. The wire armature technique could also be adapted to make the tail posable, not just the fins, which adds even more dynamic positioning options. I've even created themed versions for specific occasionsโ€”a patriotic red, white, and blue whale for summer, or pastel colors for a nursery decoration.

If you want to simplify the pattern for a quicker project, you could omit the separate lower jaw and just embroider the mouth detail directly onto the head. The white belly patch could also be modified in size or shape to create different whale species characteristics. I particularly enjoy adding small decorative touches like a tiny crochet water spout coming from the blowholes or creating a whole family of whales in graduated sizes!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

โœ— Forgetting displacement stitches when working in spiral rounds can cause your rows to shift and distort the whale's shape over time โœ— Not securing wire armature properly with adhesive bandage and tape before insertion can result in unstable fins that won't hold their position โœ— Overstuffing the body sections can create lumps and prevent the wire from sitting correctly inside the structure โœ— Skipping the invisible color change technique when switching between blue and white yarn creates visible bumps and disrupts the clean aesthetic โœ— Failing to position safety eyes at the exact stitch count specified between rounds will throw off the whale's facial proportions โœ— Not using stitch markers to track the beginning of rounds makes it extremely difficult to maintain accurate stitch counts in this complex pattern

Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern

Dive into the ocean of creativity with this enchanting crochet whale pattern! This lifelike amigurumi whale features a beautifully structured body with detailed fins, a distinctive lower jaw, and an elegant tail. The pattern includes wire armature techniques to create posable fins, giving your whale realistic movement and dimension. With its charming white belly spot and careful color work combining blue and white yarn, this pattern creates a stunning marine companion that's perfect for ocean lovers and collectors alike.

Advanced 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Crochet Whale Amigurumi Pattern

โ€” Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (55% cotton, 45% polyacrylic) size 2, 50g/150m in color 01 (blue)
  • 02
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (55% cotton, 45% polyacrylic) size 2, 50g/150m in color 54 (white)

โ€” Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook โ„– 1.75 mm (Soft Touch)
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Stitch markers
  • 04
    8mm safety eyes
  • 05
    Synthetic stuffing (syntepuh)
  • 06
    Wire (3 pieces of 40 cm each)
  • 07
    Adhesive roll bandage
  • 08
    Duct tape
  • 09
    Tapestry needle
  • 10
    Pins
  • 11
    Beads (optional for decoration)

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โ€” HEAD + BODY :

Info :

Blue yarn. Work in spiral without slip stitches or turning chains

Round 1 :

8 sc into MR [8]

Round 2 :

8 inc [16]

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc)*8 [24]

Round 4 :

12 sc, (1 sc, inc)*6 [30]

Round 5-9 :

30 sc [30] {5 rounds}

Round 10 :

2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)*5, 2 sc [36]

Round 11 :

36 sc [36]

Round 12 :

12 sc, (3 sc, inc)*6 [42]

Round 13 :

3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)*5, 3 sc [48]

Round 14 :

48 sc [48]

Round 15 :

12 sc, (5 sc, inc)*6 [54]

Round 16-17 :

54 sc [54] {2 rounds}

Round 18 :

15 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)*5, 3 sc [60]

Round 19-21 :

60 sc [60] {3 rounds}

Round 22 :

(9 sc, inc)*6 [66]

Round 23-24 :

66 sc [66] {2 rounds}

Round 25 :

16 sc, inc, (8 sc, inc)*5, 4 sc [72]

Round 26-27 :

72 sc [72] {2 rounds}

Round 28 :

30 sc, 3 inc, 30 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc [78]

Round 29 :

30 sc, (1 sc, inc)*3, 30 sc, (1 sc, inc)*3, 6 sc [84]

Round 30-34 :

84 sc [84] {5 rounds}

Info :

Insert the safety eyes between rounds 29 and 30 leaving 43 stitches apart

Round 35-44 :

84 sc [84] {10 rounds}

Infos :

Make 3 wires of 40 cm. Curve one end of each piece in a loop and wrap with adhesive roll bandage. Curve the wrapped part at 90 degrees at a distance of 11 cm. Stuff with synthetic fluff. Insert two curved wires between row 38 and 39 below the eyes. Insert third wire into center and secure with duct tape

Round 45-57 :

84 sc [84] {13 rounds}

Round 58 :

12 sc, (11 sc, inc)*6 [90]

Round 59 :

90 sc [90]

Round 60 :

12 sc, (11 sc, dec)*6 [84]

Round 61 :

12 sc, (10 sc, dec)*6 [78]

Round 62-63 :

78 sc [78] {2 rounds}

Info :

Stuff with synthetic fluff

Round 64 :

12 sc, (9 sc, dec)*6 [72]

Round 65-67 :

72 sc [72] {3 rounds}

Round 68 :

24 sc, (6 sc, dec)*6 [66]

Round 69-72 :

66 sc [66] {4 rounds}

Round 73 :

12 sc, 3 hdc in the 1 stitch, 53 sc [68]

Info :

Stuff with synthetic fluff

Round 74 :

26 sc, (5 sc, dec)*6 [62]

Round 75 :

13 sc, 3 hdc in the 1 stitch, 48 sc [64]

Round 76 :

64 sc [64]

Round 77 :

22 sc, (5 sc, dec)*6 [58]

Round 78 :

58 sc [58]

Round 79 :

14 sc, 3 hdc in the 1 stitch, 43 sc [60]

Round 80-81 :

60 sc [60] {2 rounds}

Round 82 :

24 sc, (4 sc, dec)*6 [54]

Info :

Stuff with synthetic fluff

Round 83 :

9 sc, from the 11th stitch from the hook: 35 sc [44]

Round 84 :

44 sc [44]

Info :

Go back to row 83. Fold the missed stitches in half and sew

Round 85-87 :

44 sc [44] {3 rounds}

Round 88 :

(20 sc, dec)*2 [42]

Round 89 :

(5 sc, dec)*6 [36]

Round 90-91 :

36 sc [36] {2 rounds}

Round 92 :

(4 sc, dec)*6 [30]

Round 93-97 :

30 sc [30] {5 rounds}

Round 98 :

(3 sc, dec)*6 [24]

Info :

Finish the end of the line

Round 99-103 :

24 sc [24] {5 rounds}

Round 104 :

(2 sc, dec)*6 [18]

Info :

Stuff with synthetic fluff

Round 105-106 :

18 sc [18] {2 rounds}

Round 107 :

(1 sc, dec)*6 [12]

Round 108-109 :

12 sc [12] {2 rounds}

Round 111 :

6 dec [6]

Info :

Fasten off leaving a tail about 15 cm long. Using a tapestry needle, weave yarn tail through front loop of each stitch and pull tight to close

โ€” RIGHT FIN :

Blue piece :

Round 1: make chain of 30 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 28 sc, 4 sc in 1 stitch, on other side of chain - 28 sc [60]

Blue piece :

Round 2: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 28 sc, 4 inc, 3 sc, 7 hdc, 7 dc, 2 inc-dc, 4 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc [66]

Blue piece :

Round 3: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sc, 2 hdc, 5 dc, 2 inc-dc, 8 dc, 5 hdc, 3 sc, 14 sl st, 20 sc, 4 sl st [68]. Don't cut thread

White piece :

Round 1: make chain of 30 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 28 sc, 4 sc in 1 stitch, on other side of chain - 28 sc [60]

White piece :

Round 2: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sc, 2 hdc, 4 dc, 2 inc-dc, 7 dc, 7 hdc, 3 sc, 4 inc, 28 sc [66]

White piece :

Round 3: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 4 sl st, 20 sc, 14 sl st, 3 sc, 5 hdc, 8 dc, 2 inc-dc, 5 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc [68]

Infos :

You have made 2 items (one white and one blue). Attach them together wrong side to wrong side. Blue yarn: Keep white detail on top, blue detail on bottom. Ch, turn. Bind off 2 pieces together catching blue piece in stitch and white piece in BLO

Edging :

Ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 5 sl st, 9 sc, 4 sl st, 1 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sc, 3 sl st, 2 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 2 sc, 11 sl st, 2 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 2 sc, 1 sl st, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st, 1 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 2 sc, 1 sl st, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sc, 2 sl st, 3 sc, 8 sl st

โ€” LEFT FIN :

Blue piece :

Round 1: make chain of 30 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 28 sc, 4 sc in 1 stitch, on other side of chain - 28 sc [60]

Blue piece :

Round 2: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 28 sc, 4 inc, 3 sc, 7 hdc, 7 dc, 2 inc-dc, 4 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc [66]

Blue piece :

Round 3: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sc, 2 hdc, 5 dc, 2 inc-dc, 8 dc, 5 hdc, 3 sc, 14 sl st, 20 sc, 4 sl st [68]

White piece :

Round 1: make chain of 30 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 28 sc, 4 sc in 1 stitch, on other side of chain - 28 sc [60]

White piece :

Round 2: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sc, 2 hdc, 4 dc, 2 inc-dc, 7 dc, 7 hdc, 3 sc, 4 inc, 28 sc [66]

White piece :

Round 3: ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 4 sl st, 20 sc, 14 sl st, 3 sc, 5 hdc, 8 dc, 2 inc-dc, 5 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc [68]

Infos :

You have made 2 items (one white and one blue). Attach them together wrong side to wrong side. Blue yarn: Keep white detail on top, blue detail on bottom. Ch, turn. Bind off 2 pieces together catching blue piece in stitch and white piece in BLO

Edging :

Ch, turn: 8 sl st, 3 sc, 2 sl st, 1 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st, 2 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sc, 1 sl st, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st, 2 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 2 sc, 11 sl st, 2 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 2 sc, 3 sl st, 1 sc, 3 hdc in 1 stitch, 1 sc, 4 sl st, 9 sc, 5 sl st

โ€” LOWER JAW :

Info :

Blue yarn

Round 1 :

make chain of 28 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 26 sc, 3 sc in 1 stitch, on other side of chain - 26 sc [55]

Round 2 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 26 sc, 3 inc, 26 sc [58]

Round 3 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 26 sc, (1 sc, inc)*3, 26 sc [61]

Round 4 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 27 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc)*2, 27 sc [64]

Round 5 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 26 sc, (3 sc, inc)*3, 26 sc [67]

Round 6 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 27 sc, dec [28]

Round 7 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 26 sc [27]

Round 8 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 25 sc, dec [26]

Round 9 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 24 sc [25]

Round 10 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 23 sc, dec [24]

Round 11 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 22 sc [23]

Round 12 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 21 sc, dec [22]

Round 13 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 22 sc [22]

Round 14 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 20 sc, dec [21]

Round 15 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 12 sc [12]

Round 16 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 8 sc, dec [10]

Round 17 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 6 sc, dec [8]

Round 18 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 6 sc, dec [7]

Round 19 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 5 sc [6]

Round 20 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 2 sc, dec [4]

Info :

Back to 5th row. New thread. On the other side of chain

Round 1 :

27 sc, dec [28]

Round 2 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 26 sc [27]

Round 3 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 25 sc, dec [26]

Round 4 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 24 sc [25]

Round 5 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 23 sc, dec [24]

Round 6 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 22 sc [23]

Round 7 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 21 sc, dec [22]

Round 8 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 22 sc [22]

Round 9 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 20 sc, dec [21]

Round 10 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 12 sc [12]

Round 11 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 8 sc, dec [10]

Round 12 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 6 sc, dec [8]

Round 13 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 6 sc, dec [7]

Round 14 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 5 sc [6]

Round 15 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 2 sc, dec [4]

Info :

Crochet sc on the edge

โ€” TAIL :

Info :

Make 2 blue pieces and 2 white pieces. Blue yarn

Round 1 :

make chain of 13 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 12 sc [12]

Round 2 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: inc, 9 sc, dec [12]

Round 3 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 9 sc, inc [12]

Round 4 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: inc, 9 sc, dec [12]

Round 5 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 12 sc [12]

Round 6 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 12 sc [12]

Round 7 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 12 sc [12]

Round 8 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 10 sc, dec [11]

Round 9 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 11 sc [11]

Round 10 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 11 sc[11]

Round 11 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 9 sc, dec [10]

Round 12 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 8 sc, dec [9]

Round 13 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 9 sc [9]

Round 14 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 7 sc, dec [8]

Round 15 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 8 sc [8]

Round 16 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 6 sc, dec [7]

Round 17 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec, 5 sc [6]

Round 18 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 4 sc, dec [5]

Round 19 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 2 dec, inc [4]

Round 20 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 2 dec [2]

Round 21 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: dec [1]

Info :

Crochet sc on the edge

Info :

Bind off 2 pieces together (blue and white). Catch blue piece in stitch and white piece in BLO

โ€” WHITE SPOT ON ABDOMEN :

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

make chain of 70 stitches, from 2nd stitch from hook: 68 sc, 4 sc in 1 stitch, on other side of chain - 68 sc [140]

Round 2 :

ch, turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 7 sl st, 61 sc, 4 inc, 61 sc [137]

Round 3 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 57 sc, (1 sc, inc)*4, 58 sc [130]

Round 4 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 57 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc)*3, 58 sc [130]

Round 5 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 53 sc, (3 sc, inc)*4, 54 sc [130]

Round 6 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 52 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)*3, 53 sc [128]

Round 7 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 47 sc, (5 sc, inc)*4, 48 sc [126]

Round 8 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 7 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 31 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)*3, 32 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 10 sc [127]

Round 9 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 6 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 29 sc, (7 sc, inc)*4, 28 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 7 sc [127]

Round 10 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 35 sl st, 12 sc, inc, (8 sc, inc)*3, 13 sc [92]

Round 11 :

turn, from 2nd stitch from hook: 3 sl st, 49 sc [52]

Info :

Crochet sc on the edge

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin the lower jaw to the head in the correct position and sew securely using matching blue yarn
  • Insert wire into each fin for support, then position fins on either side of the body between rows 38-39 and sew firmly in place
  • Attach the tail to the back end of the body, ensuring it's centered and secure
  • Pin the white belly spot to the abdomen of the whale, positioning it carefully before sewing around all edges
  • Create blowholes by inserting needle between stitches at points A-B and C-D, pulling thread tails to create indentations, then knotting securely
  • Embroider decorative details using blue thread on white sections and white thread on blue sections for added texture
  • Make 3 lengthwise stitches from designated points to create additional definition on the whale's features

Important Notes

  • ๐Ÿ’กUse stitch markers consistently to track the beginning of rounds throughout the entire pattern
  • ๐Ÿ’กPay careful attention to displacement stitches to keep your work aligned and prevent distortion
  • ๐Ÿ’กPrepare all three wire pieces before beginning assembly and ensure they're properly wrapped with adhesive bandage
  • ๐Ÿ’กStuff gradually as you work rather than waiting until the end for better shape control
  • ๐Ÿ’กTake time to position safety eyes correctly between rounds 29-30 with exactly 43 stitches between them
  • ๐Ÿ’กUse the invisible color change technique when switching between blue and white yarn for professional results
  • ๐Ÿ’กPin all pieces in place before final sewing to ensure proper positioning and proportions

This magnificent crochet whale pattern brings the majestic beauty of the ocean into your hands! With its innovative wire armature system for posable fins, detailed construction techniques, and stunning blue-and-white color work, this pattern creates a truly impressive marine masterpiece. The combination of sculptural shaping, strategic stuffing, and careful assembly results in a lifelike whale that's perfect for ocean enthusiasts and experienced crocheters looking for their next challenging project. Dive into this pattern and create your own gentle giant of the sea! ๐Ÿ‹โœจ

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FAQs

What type of wire should I use for the fins and how do I prevent it from poking through?

Use 0.89mm or 1mm craft wire. The pattern specifically instructs you to wrap the wire ends in loops and cover them completely with adhesive roll bandage before inserting them into the fins. This creates a smooth, safe finish that won't poke through the fabric.

How do I prevent my rounds from shifting when working in spiral?

The pattern includes detailed instructions for displacement stitches. Use a thin cotton thread as a marker to track the beginning of each round. When you notice the beginning has shifted right by one stitch, crochet a shifting stitch to realign without changing your stitch count.

Can I make the whale without the wire armature in the fins?

Yes, you can omit the wire if preferred, but the fins won't be posable. Simply stuff the fins lightly with synthetic stuffing instead. The whale will still look beautiful, just without the realistic positioning capability.

What's the best way to attach the lower jaw so it looks natural?

Pin the lower jaw in place first before sewing to ensure correct positioning. The pattern shows you should align it carefully with the head shape and sew using matching blue yarn with small, invisible stitches around the entire perimeter.

How large will the finished whale be?

Using the recommended YarnArt Jeans yarn with a 1.75mm hook, the whale will be approximately 35-40cm long. Final size may vary slightly depending on your tension and how firmly you stuff the piece.